Farhan and Adhuna Akhtar separate after 16 years of marriage

Actor, director and producer Farhan Akhtar and his wife Adhuna Bhabani Akhtar are separating after 16 years of marriage.

A statement shared on behalf of the two said: "This is to announce that we, Adhuna and Farhan, have mutually and amicably decided to separate. Our children remain our priority and it is immensely important to us, as responsible parents, that they be protected from unwarranted speculation and public glare. We sincerely request that we are given the privacy that is required at this time to move forward in a dignified manner.